Customer Service Assistant - Smaland | Retail | IKEA Cairo Festival City

Job Requisition ID: 159296Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim Group today is one of the most diversified and progressive, privately held regional businesses headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Structured into five operating divisions; automotive, financial services, real estate, retail and healthcare; employing more than 35,000 employees across more than 20 countries in the Middle East, Asia and Africa, Al-Futtaim Group partners with over 200 of the world's most admired and innovative brands. Al-Futtaim Group’s entrepreneurship and relentless customer focus enables the organization to continue to grow and expand; responding to the changing needs of our customers within the societies in which we operate.By upholding our values of respect, excellence, collaboration and integrity; Al-Futtaim Group continues to enrich the lives and aspirations of our customers each and every dayOverview Of The RoleWe are seeking a dynamic and friendly individual to join our team as a Customer Service Representative for our play area. He/ she will a ssist in customer service function which, in Smaland, IKEA, is ‘Playroom’ in a friendly and professional manner.What You Will Do Customers Greets and welcomes customers on arrival at Smaland. Ensure the Smaland admission policy is explained in a friendly and professional manner. Ensure the Childs safety is their main priority while they are in Smaland Makes announcements and pages the customers (parents) if there is any issue with the children in the playroom area. Handles routine customer complaint promptly and courteously. Provides a safe environment for children within the area. Operational Ensure all system procedures are adhering to as per policy / procedure Briefs the Duty Manager on complaints that require management assistance. Ensure all emergency procedures are adhered to. Required Skills Required Skills to be successful Minimum Qualifications and Knowledge: High School A genuine interest in working with children and creating positive experiences for families. Must be reliable, punctual, and able to work independently as well as part of a team. First Aid qualification as per relevant country is preferred Job-Specific/Technical Skills required to complete the tasks: Communication Skills: The ability to effectively communicate with both children and adults is crucial. Interpersonal Skills: Being friendly, approachable, and patient is essential when interacting with customers. Ability to stand for long periods, walk around the play area, and occasionally lift or move objects, so physical fitness and stamina are beneficial. Local qualification in Child Care as per relevant country is preferred Problem-Solving Skills: Quick thinking and the ability to resolve issues efficiently, whether it's addressing customer complaints or handling unexpected situations in the play area. Attention to Detail: Ensuring the play area remains safe and clean requires attention to detail. This includes monitoring equipment, sanitizing surfaces, and adhering to safety protocols. Flexibility: Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays, as play areas often experience peak traffic during these times. About Al-Futtaim RetailAl-Futtaim Retail has established itself as one of the leaders in Retail across the Middle East, Africa & Asia over the past 30 years. We have developed partnerships with some of the biggest and most respected Brands in the world including IKEA, ACE and Toys R Us in the Middle East and the Inditex Group of Brands (Zara, Mango, Bershka and P&B) across Asia. We are also one of the largest Global partners of Marks and Spencer’s in both regions with over 75 stores offering both fashion & food options.Most recently we have been responsible for bringing brands to the Middle East for the first time with the exciting launches of Watsons and B&Q and we aim to continue to be agile and adaptive to our markets with new launches and further development. For this to be possible we aim to recruit the best talent from all backgrounds who will continue to challenge and develop our diverse workforce which includes over 100 nationalities across 12 countries. Join us today and make a difference…About Al-Futtaim IKEAGROWING TOGETHER...We are a values-driven company with a passion for life at home. Our vision is to create a better everyday life for the many people.Al-Futtaim IKEA holds the franchise rights for IKEA in Egypt, Oman, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates.